Associate Integration Engineer

(Internally known as an Associate Technical Consultant)

AHEAD Foundry is an end-to-end integration center delivering design, integration, and deployment of enterprise IT infrastructure—from the data center to the edge—with deep engineering expertise. 

Paired with Hatch for lifecycle visibility, Foundry provides pre-deployment configuration, rack integration, warehousing and kitting, and global logistics to reduce risk and accelerate time to value. 

Who we’re looking for: Think Big, Learn, and Be Curious

• Innovative Thinkers 
• Enthusiastic Collaborators 
• Creative Problem Solvers 
• Curious Self – Starters 

Responsibilities:

 Ability to communicate effectively across teams, and build positive relationships 

• Demonstrate ability to work on teams, collaborate on projects, and contribute to the overall successful delivery of projects 

• Demonstrate drive and proactiveness to get things done, be solutions–oriented, and enjoy solving complex problems 

• Demonstrate resourcefulness, curiosity, creativity, courage, critical thinking, and a desire to use technology to search for new and innovative solutions to problems 

• Exercise sound reasoning, ingenuity, and inclusive perspectives to analyze issues, solve problems and make recommendations 

• Ability to execute, manage competing priorities, and deliver to deadlines  

Competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities):

 

• Basic understanding of computer architecture, assembly, configuration, and server hardware components.   

• Proven technical acuity and problem-solving abilities.  Breaking a macro hardware issue into smaller, testable sub-components or variables.   

• Experience with Linux and Windows Operating Systems; image capturing and deployment is a plus 

• Any of the following certifications are preferred but not required: CCENT, CCNA, Network+, Server+, Security+, VCTA, CCA-V 

• Basic understanding of performance testing and component level tuning 

• Working knowledge of Data Center 

• Graduated with a degree in technical discipline by 1/11/2027

• Excellent communication and listening skills related to problem solving, technical challenges, and status updates 

• Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation skills, specifically related to change control, documenting test cases, and requirements mapping.  

• Ability to manage an individual queue of tasks, update progress transparently in a project management system 

• Prior intern, co-op, or research experience in IT, software, or relevant field is a plus 

• Existing U.S. work authorization is required 

Work environment

The work environment is in mainly an office environment. There are times when the employee must be in a production environment that has a higher noise level, brighter lights, and warm/cold air flow. 

Physical demands (the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting, and driving.)  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 

Position type and expected hours of work  

This is a full-time position in office, and hours of work and days are typically 8:00AM – 5:00PM, Monday - Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. 

Travel

Willingness to travel to support client projects and shadow opportunities up to 25% of the time